ADB Helper Add-on

Using adb manually is not always simple. The ADB Helper makes the process easier. No need to install adb, no need to type the adb forward command. Everything is handled by the add-on. You can find the add-on on addons.mozilla.org (FIXME).

Start the App Manager

In Firefox Desktop:

Tools > Web Developer, select App Manager

Connect

Make sure your phone is unlocked and the adb forward command was successful.

Using the App Manager

Apps panel

From here, you can import an existing app from your computer, validate it, install it and debug it.

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Device panel

Installed Apps

From here, you can start an installed app and debug it.

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Permissions

List of permissions in the device.

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Simulator

Install simulator. FIXME

Troubleshooting

My device is not recognized

Make sure that your device runs at least Firefox OS 1.2

Did you enable "Remote Debugging" in the settings of your phone? (see the "Configuring Device" section)

If you are not using the ADB Helper add-on:

Did you run the adb forward command? (see the "Configuring Device" section)